How to set up a VPN on your router for full-network privacy

Most of us use VPN apps on a few devices — but what about everything else? Installing a Virtual private network (VPN) on your router means every device that connects to your Wi-Fi is instantly protected. Smart TVs, gaming consoles, phones, laptops, even your fridge — they’re all covered automatically.

This is especially important because many of these devices don’t support VPN apps. A router-level VPN makes privacy the default.

Check out What Is Metadata and Why It Matters to understand how your internet activity is tracked, even when encrypted.